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In this powerful episode of the *Raw Success Podcast*, we sit down with Afiya Mbilishaka, psychology expert and founder of PsychoHairapy, to explore the deep connection between mental health, culture, and identity.
Afiya breaks down how traditional psychology frameworks were not designed with the Black community in mind—and how that gap has impacted the way mental health is understood, treated, and even stigmatized. We dive into the origins of these systems, the cultural disconnect, and why representation and culturally relevant approaches are essential for real healing.
This conversation goes beyond theory. Afiya shares how PsychoHairapy is redefining therapy by creating safe, culturally affirming spaces—starting with something as personal and symbolic as hair. From generational trauma to self-expression, this episode challenges the status quo and opens the door for a new perspective on mental wellness.
If you're interested in mental health, cultural awareness, and breaking cycles that no longer serve us, this is a must-watch.
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
* Why mainstream psychology often misses the mark in the Black community
* The cultural roots of mental health stigma
* How PsychoHairapy is changing the game
* The connection between hair, identity, and healing
* Tools for building culturally aware mental wellness practices
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2000 Black Volume 2: Ascension for Expanision
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Le professeur John Henrik Clarke, qui dévoile la face cachée de Louis Farrakhan et Maulana Karenga.
Professor John Henrik Clarke, who reveals Louis Farrakhan's dark side and Maulana Karenga.
Black Greeks Are An Embarrassment
Dr. Amos Wilson encouraged Blacks to create an Independent Stock Market. Does Dr. Boyce Watkins support this analysis? I have reached out to Dr. Watkins with no response.
Akan and Yoruba Serial Verb Construction Nominals as Idioms
Dr. Ọbádélé Kambon
LAG 2016
Tamale
"Recurrent Sound Correspondences of Akan and Yoruba: Towards Proto-Benue-Kwa C1 Reconstruction." A talk on how sound correspondences between Akan and Yoruba can shed light on the phonological inventory and sound changes of Proto-Benue-Kwa,
from which they are descended. Departmental Seminar: Linguistics. 23 October 2013.
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